The root of desire

The root of desire

The root of desire
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Most of the things you think you desire are only shallow
substitutes for what you truly would like to have. Learn to
look past each immediate, superficial wish to uncover the
real, profound and fulfilling desire beyond it.

There's no sense spending your time, effort and resources in
pursuit of things that are not even what you genuinely
desire. Look instead at the root of each desire and put your
energy into what you truly wish to bring about in your life.

The things you crave may satisfy you momentarily, yet they
cannot fulfill your deepest desires. By giving in to your
cravings, you're actually pushing yourself further and
further away from what you truly wish to have.

Choose to raise your expectations. Instead of merely chasing
pleasures that quickly fade, work on creating joys that do
not end.

Instead of diversions that just amuse you, create
experiences that wholly fulfill you. There's no need to
settle for substitutes when an authentically meaningful life
is yours to live.

Look for the root of each desire. Discover and fulfill the
person you truly wish to be.

Ralph Marston

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